Tag: mountain bike reviews

After over a year of designing, testing and refining Cachet Bikes along with Jordie Lunn are proud to present the first of the long awaited signature series frames. BEHOLD THE ‘XX’ This is a TRUE signature pro model frame which means that Jordie worked with Cachet Bikes from start to finish. Jordie picked the materials, and geometry that fits his body type and riding style. The signature frame has a custom tube set made from 6061 -T6 aluminum and comes in a gnarly paint job designed by Jordie. “At last…

A project two years in the making, the newest Santa Cruz V10 has arrived—but wait, there are two! As Santa Cruz developed the 29er race bike for the Syndicate, it became apparent that not all riders would fit on or prefer the 29-inch bike, so they made a 27.5 bike, too. To be clear, it’s two completely different frames—the production versions of both bikes were developed in parallel, and they’re both the recipients of two seasons of high-level suspension testing and tuning under the Syndicate. In addition to the two…

You want an aggressive alloy bike with a coil spring? YT Bikes released their limited edition YT Capra in just 200 qty… and majority of you might be out of luck as this hot looking enduro mountain bike is already running out of stock within few hours. The Limited Edition CAPRA shoots from the hip and isn’t afraid to give in to its liberal side. YT Bikes did a great job by getting their bike naked to show off its multi-butted, hydro-formed frame curves. With short chainstays and a slack…

It’s true. There’s a 29er V10, and the Syndicate will be racing it this weekend at Lourdes. Although the move to 29-inch wheels has been riling comments sections and forums for months (#26isdefinitelydeadnow), the writing’s on the wall. Tracks are faster, times are tighter, and eking another second out of a 4-minute track can be the difference between a World Cup win and missing the podium entirely. Keeping the Syndicate in the hunt every season takes a ton of time and energy, but downhill racing is not only the most…